Montanya Blog
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10 Ways to Reuse Rum Bottles
Put those empty rum bottles (or any empty bottles) to use with some of these fun and creative ideas—including one that’s perfect for Valentine’s Day!
In the Media: Drink Sustainably with these 24 Breweries, Distilleries, Wineries
We’re pleased to make this list of sustainable breweries, wineries and distilleries on Foodtank.com.
In the Media: Budget Travel
We love this article on the transformation of rum from something sticky sweet with an umbrella in it to something more sophisticated and diverse. We agree!
Bartender Feature: Bésame
A combined 60 years of experience guide this Steamboat classic, where they also serve Montanya rum.
4 Ways to Enjoy Happy Hour Without Added Sugar
Follow these tips to enjoy happy hour without consuming a whole lot of added sugar!
In the Media: Keller Williams Magazine
This Keller Williams Magazine article features Montanya and other eco-conscious distilleries. Nice to be in good company!
In the Media: Valentia in 5280
This piece kicks off the New Year by capturing the celebratory spirit behind Montanya’s new rum, Valentia.
Employee Spotlight: Elana Hirschkatz
Dog aunt. World traveler. Montanya server who’s learning to bartend. What’s not to love about Elana?
In the Media: Valentia Review in Good Spirits News
The first review of Montanya Valentia, and the staff at Good Spirits News are making us blush! Click for tasting notes and overall impressions.
Year in Review at Montanya
New rum. New bottles. New friends and parters at Constellation Brands. New website. New newsletter. It was a big year at Montanya! Here are some of the highlights.
In the Media: The Fine Art of Greenwashing
Karen outlines six types of greenwashing that dishonest companies use to hide their environmental impacts in this article for Distiller Magazine.
Bartender Feature: Wesley & Rose at the Surf Hotel
Bobby Blaha got his start at Wesley & Rose as a manager. It didn’t take long for him to find his way behind the bar, where he loves making and serving cocktails.
Classifying Montanya Rum
Wonder how Montanya rums fit into the spectrum of rums? Here’s how we classify our spirits.
A Guide to the Different Types of Rum
A closer look at what distinguishes the different types of rum, and why it’s not enough to consider dark vs. light rum.
In the Media: Holiday and Seasonal Mentions
These Colorado publications feature Montanya Distillers as part of their winter activity and holiday buying guides.
Sustainability In Action: Sourcing Merchandise
An Environmental Sustainability Case Study: An inside look at how we source the merchandise in the Tasting Room and online in order to reduce our impact.
In the Media: Valentia in The Colorado Sun
Even in the 21st century, well-known men in the distilling industry have said that women don’t belong behind the bar after 3 p.m. We think this article shows why that’s patently wrong.
In the Media: Colorado Biz
A Colorado Biz Q&A with Karen on social responsibility, and what it takes to run a company that provides for its employees and becomes a certified B Corp.
In the Media: Affordability Meets Sustainability
Karen and Brice’s new home—a work in progress expected to finish this summer—gets featured for the sustainability practices used to build it.
Employee Spotlight: Graham Barr
Our owner Karen Hoskin has described Graham Barr a sort of gentle giant… Tall but never imposing, just quietly getting his work done. Meet Graham!